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Lentils (Raw): Cups to Grams Conversion
Exact weight conversions, volume-to-mass ratios, and baking guidelines for lentils (raw).
One US customary cup of Lentils (Raw) weighs approximately 190 grams (or 6.7 oz) when using the professional spoon-and-level measurement method. One level tablespoon weighs 12 grams.
Convert Lentils (Raw) Volume to Weight
Lentils (Raw) Measurement Chart
Complete volumetric to gravimetric equivalent table for common baking measurements.
| Volume (US Cups) | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Equivalent Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup (2 tbsp) | 23.8 g | 0.84 oz | 2 tbsp |
| 1/4 cup (4 tbsp) | 47.5 g | 1.68 oz | 4 tbsp |
| 1/3 cup (5 tbsp + 1 tsp) | 63.3 g | 2.23 oz | 5.3 tbsp |
| 1/2 cup (8 tbsp) | 95 g | 3.35 oz | 8 tbsp |
| 2/3 cup | 126.7 g | 4.47 oz | 10.7 tbsp |
| 3/4 cup (12 tbsp) | 142.5 g | 5.03 oz | 12 tbsp |
| 1 cup (16 tbsp) | 190 g | 6.70 oz | 16 tbsp |
| 1 1/2 cups | 285 g | 10.05 oz | 24 tbsp |
| 2 cups | 380 g | 13.40 oz | 32 tbsp |
| 3 cups | 570 g | 20.11 oz | 48 tbsp |
How to Measure Lentils (Raw) Accurately
Pour and level, like rice — lentils are smooth, dense and do not compress, so a dipped cup is an honest cup at 190 g. Pick over and rinse first regardless: small stones and husk fragments ride along with dry lentils, and a rinse also washes the dust that clouds cooking liquid.
Storing Lentils (Raw) & Common Substitutes
Storage
Airtight and dry, lentils keep 2–3 years — old lentils are safe but cook unevenly and stay firm past every cooking time on the internet. Date the jar when you open the bag; if a soup batch refuses to soften after an hour, the lentils were old, not the cook.
Substitutions
One cup dry (190 g) yields roughly 2.5 cups cooked — substitute cooked lentils by that ratio. Split peas swap 1:1 dry in soups. For salads, French green (du Puy) lentils hold their shape far better than red, which turn to purée.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 cup of lentils (raw)?
One US cup of lentils (raw) weighs approximately 190 grams (6.7 ounces) using the standard spoon-and-level measurement method.
How many tablespoons is 1 cup of lentils (raw)?
There are 16 level tablespoons in 1 US cup of lentils (raw), with each tablespoon weighing approximately 12 grams.
How many cups is 100 grams of lentils (raw)?
100 grams of lentils (raw) is equal to approximately 0.53 US cups.
What is the correct way to measure lentils (raw)?
Pour and level, like rice — lentils are smooth, dense and do not compress, so a dipped cup is an honest cup at 190 g. Pick over and rinse first regardless: small stones and husk fragments ride along with dry lentils, and a rinse also washes the dust that clouds cooking liquid.
What can I substitute for lentils (raw)?
One cup dry (190 g) yields roughly 2.5 cups cooked — substitute cooked lentils by that ratio. Split peas swap 1:1 dry in soups. For salads, French green (du Puy) lentils hold their shape far better than red, which turn to purée.